x2 Assistant Drivers - Montague Gardens

Ecowize - Southern Africa; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hazardous goods transport company in Milnerton is seeking dedicated Assistant Truck Drivers to support primary drivers in safe delivery of hazardous materials. Responsibilities include assisting with vehicle inspections, loading/unloading, and ensuring compliance with Hazchem regulations. Candidates must be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding safety standards in a critical role.

Qualifications

• Responsible for adhering to health & safety regulations.
• Must assist in emergency response situations.
• Experience with loading and unloading hazardous materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist driver with vehicle inspections.
• Support loading and unloading of hazardous materials.
• Ensure compliance with Hazchem regulations.
• Monitor safety equipment and assist with documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-consciousness

Compliance with Hazchem regulations

Job description

We are looking for x2 dedicated and safety-conscious Assistant Truck Drivers to join our hazardous goods transport team in the Western Cape. The successful candidates will support the primary drivers in the safe and compliant delivery of hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to all Hazchem, health & safety, and road transport regulations. This is a critical role that requires responsibility, attention to detail, and commitment to upholding the highest safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the driver with pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections of Hazchem vehicles.
• Support the safe loading, securing, and unloading of hazardous materials according to legislation.
• Ensure strict compliance with Hazchem and Dangerous Goods regulations.
• Monitor and maintain safety equipment (spill kits, fire extinguishers, PPE, etc.).
• Assist with delivery paperwork, logbooks, and Hazchem documentation.
• Act as support in emergency response situations such as spills, leaks, or accidents.
• Uphold company safety policies and contribute to a strong safety-first culture.